Ria Davey
Group Director, People Business Partnering, LSEG
Ria Davey is the Group Director of People Business Partnering for Engineering at the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG), bringing over 22 years of strategic HR leadership across global markets. A Chartered Fellow of the CIPD, Ria holds a Master’s Diploma in Human Resource Management and a BSc in Psychology & Social Sciences. She is also a certified executive career and life coach - and a trained hostage negotiator, a testament to her calm under pressure and ability to navigate complex human dynamics.
Her career spans London, New York, Dubai, and Hong Kong, giving her a truly global perspective on leadership and talent strategy. Ria has led talent acquisition and development teams, driven people team transformations, and steered product-led organisational change in engineering, fintech, and data-led multinationals.
Known for her passion for unlocking potential in individuals and organisations, Ria is a regular speaker and podcaster on the future of work and evidence-based people practices. Her leadership style is grounded in authenticity, strategic clarity, and a deep commitment to culture building and inclusive growth.
Whether mentoring rising stars or shaping transformation squads, Ria’s work is driven by a belief in the power of people to drive meaningful change. She is a strong advocate for career development, and her journey offers valuable insights for graduates navigating the evolving world of work